The
National Fishing in Schools Program is a nationwide, in school
program, that teaches the positive lifetime activity of fishing to
students in elementary schools, middle schools and high schools. NFSP educates
students about fish, insects, aquatic environment,
resource stewardship and conservation using fishing, and learning the
skill of casting, as the instructional tool.

NFSP works in cooperation with state
education and fish and wildlife agencies and a network of groups
interested in teaching our youth how to fish in schools. The
NFSP current curriculum, "Cast A Fly, Catch A Student", using fly
rods, was specifically created to address a broad and inclusive
framework of National Academic Standards. Its sequel, "Cast A
Lure, Catch A Student", using spincast rods, will do the same.
The foundation lesson plans are designed to be taught over 10 days
and meet 4 standards: Language Arts, Physical Education, Science and
Technology.

One ingredient that makes the program
successful
is the unique CasTarget teaching
aids.
These photorealistic targets provide teachers with educational tools
that make the curriculum effective, fun and engaging. NFSP
provides all the necessary ingredients to empower the
teacher/school/district to implement "Fishing in Schools":
curriculum, equipment, training and support.

NFSP makes gaining the skills of fishing
easy-to-learn, easy-to-administer, easy-to-teach. The
curriculum creates positive results for both student and teacher and
it also leads to:

moderate to vigorous physical activity

better understanding & respect for the
outdoors

increased awareness of our environment &
natural resources

To view a video describing the structure,
goals and objectives of NFSP,
click here.
For further information or to talk about your
specific needs, please contact
us.